Pipefitter Helper

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The jobsite is located in La Porte, TX and has an opening for a Pipefitter Helper
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Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Founded in 1980, OPD has built a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and successful project execution.

OPD supplies both construction services and engineering/procurement, providing clients a "one‑stop shop" for projects, enhancing efficiency and avoiding interface issues. OPD’s industry experience, flexibility, and team atmosphere make it a great place to work.

• Assist pipefitter in setting, assembling, and installing pipe.
• Possess knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.
• Prepare pipe and fittings for hoisting and rigging.
• Be familiar with different types of metals.
• Locate and mark bending and cutting lines of the metal.
• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary.
• Operate tools and equipment including beveling machines, cut‑off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, welding machines, and a Saw‑Zall.
• Maintain safety, accuracy, and quality on jobsite.

• Actively participate in a strong safety culture.
• Recognize safety hazards and risks.
• Participate in onsite safety meetings.
• Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures.
• Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite.
• Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work.
• Display a positive attitude and work in a team environment.
• Maintain high attention to detail to avoid reworks and errors.

• Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations.
• Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs.
• Standing for extended periods of time up to 12 hours per day.
• Use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis.
• Work on elevated platforms and maintain balance on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes while wearing an approved full‑body harness and lanyard.
• Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools.

• 6 months previous experience working in an industrial environment.
• Past exposure to different metals and knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.
• Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
• Willing and able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.
• Willing and able to meet all physical demands of the job.
• Willing and able to attend mandatory safety meetings.

• 6+ months working as a pipefitter helper.
• Previous experience reading ISO’s and drawings.
• Experience in a gas plant construction environment.

Our goal is for each employee and their families to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength, focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance.

Eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline and may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information  , aquí , or tu ).